“What a tragedy,” Martina Navratilova reacts to the unfortunate death of 14 figures skaters in Washington plane crash
Famous tennis legend Martina Navratilova expresses sorrow over the tragic midair collision in Washington, DC.
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Tennis legend Martina Navratilova has shared her thoughts on the tragic midair collision in Washington, DC. Navratilova, known for her dominance in tennis and strong voice on social issues, expressed deep sorrow over the accident. The crash has left the figure skating community in mourning, as it claimed the lives of two 16-year-old skaters, their mothers, and two Russian coaches. Spencer Lane and Jinna Han, the young skaters, were members of The Skating Club of Boston.
The group was returning from a training camp linked to the US Figure Skating Championships in Wichita, Kansas. Officials do not expect any survivors from the collision, which involved a commercial airplane and a military helicopter on Wednesday night. So far, 28 bodies have been recovered from the site.
What a tragedy on every level…. Beyond sad.
Martina Navratilova said on X
At least 14 people on the flight were connected to figure skating. US Figure Skating confirmed that several athletes, coaches, and family members were on board. However, they have not verified all the names on the reported list. Details about other passengers and crew members remain scarce.
What a tragedy on every level…. Beyond sad https://t.co/gtudmCUjDi
— Martina Navratilova (@Martina) January 30, 2025
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the cause of the crash. Rescue teams continue searching the freezing waters of the Potomac River for wreckage. The American Airlines plane carried 64 people, while three were on the helicopter. Authorities are still working to recover more information.
Martina Navratilova reacts to unfortunate California shooting
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova has spoken out about the tragic school shooting in California. Known for her strong opinions on social issues, she expressed deep sorrow over the attack. The shooting left two young children injured and took the life of the gunman.
The victims, aged six and five, are in critical but stable condition. They are being treated at a trauma center. The attack took place at a school affiliated with the Seventh-Day Adventist Church near Oroville, about 55 miles from Sacramento.
Sickening. Hoping the kids will be ok…
Martina Navratilova said on X
Sickening. Hoping the kids will be ok… https://t.co/TApBc5STBl
— Martina Navratilova (@Martina) December 5, 2024
Investigators believe the gunman targeted the school because of its religious ties. A note found at the scene revealed his motive. He claimed the attack was a response to America’s involvement in conflicts affecting Palestinians and Yemen. Authorities also confirmed that the suspect had a history of mental health struggles and past criminal charges, including theft, fraud, and forgery.
The shooting happened around 1:00 PM on Wednesday. The attacker, Glenn Litton, 56, entered the school by pretending to enroll a student. He met with an administrator and toured the campus. However, he later walked toward a restroom and suddenly opened fire, hitting two kindergarten-aged children outside a classroom.
After the attack, Litton turned the gun on himself. First responders found him dead with the firearm nearby. The school’s remaining 35 children were quickly moved to a church. Their families were later reunited with them, bringing relief after a horrifying event.
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